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Corporate Fish and Chip Catering for Cowden events
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Corporate fish and chip catering in Cowden.
- End-of-project celebrations
- Friday lunch treats
- Charity days
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About our corporate fish and chip catering in Cowden
We park in your car park, yard or forecourt, so nobody has to leave site. On the menu are haddock and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips, and we are often booked for end-of-project celebrations and open days and customer events.
For farms and rural sites near Cowden, we can bring a hot lunch to the yard. Let us know about tracks and gates. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
What the van needs
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Cowden
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Staff lunches
- Haddock and chips
Should I sort the food myself?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Business events near Cowden
Cowden is about 5 miles east of East Grinstead, in Kent. From the centre of Cowden to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Cowden is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our bookings stretch from Cowden to Brighton (about 24 miles away).
Cowden sits roughly 26 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard. Commuters will know that Cowden station is about 1 mile away. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 5 miles, which suits team days in the countryside.
Here we cover the TN8 postcode area. Your staff event could be at a house on High Street, Church Street and Chantlers Mead, wherever the van can park. Nearby, we also serve staff events in Stick Hill (2 miles north), Hammerwood (2 miles west), Marsh Green (3 miles north-west), Ashurst Wood (4 miles south-west) and Dormansland (4 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (10 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles east), Tonbridge (9 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (13 miles east), Southborough (7 miles east) and Edenbridge (4 miles north).
A little further out are Queen Victoria Hospital (4 miles west) and Bolebroke Castle (1.8 miles south).
- Local pubs include The Crown Inn (within half a mile north-east)
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Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Collect allergies in advance
- A pre-order helps with numbers and allergies
- Agree the van’s spot with facilities
- Confirm allergies by email
For shift teams, we serve in waves.
Make it a regular thing: monthly or quarterly.
Is a fish and chip van right for your staff event?
Office caterers bring cold buffets. A chip van serves hot food fresh from the fryer. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why Cowden hosts choose us
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Classic food your staff already know
- A clear quote before booking
- Hot food handed straight over
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
The process
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts right on schedule. In Cowden, a summer staff event stays light until about 9:20pm; winter events, dark by about 3:55pm, need a lit spot for the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Name one person we can call on the day
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or TN8 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
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Cowden questions
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is Cowden close to London?
Roughly 26 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before booking.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Can you serve each shift?
Yes, with the shift pattern in advance. We will agree a service plan before the day.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Any minimum charge
- Access and parking
- The length of service
- The menu and how many choices
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What we need to know
The more we know about your staff event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Your date and serving time
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Roughly how many people, including children
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch